Luis G-Escassi is a seasoned investment banker and a transformative force in both corporate and startup ecosystems with over 20 years of experience. A respected entrepreneur and intrapreneur, Luis has made a significant impact in the Venture Studio space, from co-founding ventures to facilitating entry for venture capital investments. Boasting an impressive tenure of nearly 12 years at HotelBeds Group—including a successful exit to Cinven Private Equity for $1.5 billion that yielded over 15 times return—Luis also demonstrates expertise in scaling operations, having led BedsOnline in the Americas and overseeing global acquisitions.

With multifaceted skills in advisory, mergers and acquisitions, capital fundraising, and venture scaling, Luis has established a strong foothold in key geographies such as the US, Canada, Hispanic America, Brazil, Iberia, and the Eastern Mediterranean region. Currently a Co-Founder and Lead Builder at ZEST Partners & Studio’s and actively involved with various ventures, Luis brings technical acumen and digital fluency to diverse sectors including travel, hotels, real estate, biotech, pharma, and agribusiness. As an advocate for innovation and social change, Luis is dedicated to utilizing technology for good, contributing to projects like ShareNEST and Acce22ible, aimed at improving urban well-being and promoting peace initiatives.

Luis has been recognized for their expertise in public relations and communications services, working across various companies and projects that redefine accessibility and innovation. With a formidable LinkedIn network of 4,292 connections and a strategic vision honed by academic pursuits at The Wharton School and ESADE, Luis is undeniably a dynamic, forward-thinking leader propelling entities toward growth and success.